Operations Supervisor

Dayton Freight Lines; Bedford (Bedford County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the freight transportation sector is seeking an Operations Supervisor to ensure efficient routing and movement of freight. The ideal candidate will manage personnel, oversee operations, and maintain compliance with safety regulations, working in a modern, supportive environment with opportunities for advancement.

Benefits

Stable and growing organization

Competitive weekly pay

Quick advancement

Professional, positive work environment

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid holidays and vacation days

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the LTL/ Transportation industry is crucial.
• Experience managing drivers and dockworkers is required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and coordinate freight movement efficiently.
• Inspect, measure performance and recommend changes to improve operations.
• Recruit, train, and develop Service Center personnel.

Skills

Knowledge of the LTL/ Transportation Industry

Managing Drivers and Dockworkers

Job description

Overview

As an Operations Supervisor, you will plan, schedule, coordinate and implement methods and procedures that will ensure the most efficient and economical routing and movement of customers’ freight in an error-free manner.

Responsibilities

• Compile production and service records and measure conformance to standards
• Inspect and measure performance of personnel resulting in changes in work practices necessary to improve overall Service Center operations
• Review logs and reports and confers with shift personnel to ascertain pertinent scheduling, production and administrative support requirements
• Set up appointment freight deliveries
• Perform and or assists with billing, rating, manifesting and analysis of freight weight and size
• Maintain excellent communication with external and internal customers
• Assist with training, development and evaluation of production and/or clerical personnel performance and recommends or initiates documentation
• In conjunction with the Service Center Manager, recruit, qualify, interview, hire, train and develop Service Center personnel
• Ensure that Service Center premises are protected and maintained
• Assist in the investigation, reporting and initiation of corrective actions for accidents, job related injuries employee discrepancies
• Understand and apply company safety practices including DOT, EPA, ICC and OSHA rules and regulations
• Assist with the facilitation of information meetings with Service Center team members
• Effectively handle special assignments as directed

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the LTL/ Transportation Industry
• Has managed Drivers and Dockworkers
• Knowledge of the surrounding geographical area to the Service Center

Benefits

• Stable and growing organization
• Competitive weekly pay
• Quick advancement
• Professional, positive and people-centered work environment
• Modern facilities
• Clean, late model equipment
• Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, 401(k), etc.
• Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days